1. analphabetic, unlettered

having little acquaintance with writing

Example Sentences:
'special tutorials to assist the unlettered sector of society'

Synonyms

• analphabetic

2. ignorant, nescient, unlearned, unlettered

uneducated in general; lacking knowledge or sophistication

Example Sentences:
'an ignorant man'
'nescient of contemporary literature'
'an unlearned group incapable of understanding complex issues'
'exhibiting contempt for his unlettered companions'

Synonyms

• ignorant
• nescient
• unlearned